Adam Simms, Civil Rights Attorney in Boston, Massachusetts
Over 39 years of legal practice · focused on Civil Rights, Employment, and Government
PartneratPierce, Davis & Perritano, LLP
Boston, MA
Practicing civil rights in Boston since 1987.
- 39+
- Years practicing
- 6
- Bar admissions
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Adam Simms is a partner based in Boston, MA. The practice focuses on Civil Rights, Employment, and Government. Adam has over 39 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Pierce, Davis & Perritano, LLP.
- Based in
- Boston, MA
- Experience
- over 39 years
- Known for
- Civil Rights · Employment · Government
- Handles Civil Rights, Employment, and Government matters from Boston, MA.
- Over 39 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Adam Simms: Adam Simms is a partner based in Boston, MA. The practice focuses on Civil Rights, Employment, and Government. Adam has over 39 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Pierce, Davis & Perritano, LLP.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Adam takes on
Adam concentrates on civil rights, employment, government, and litigation. Each area below outlines the kind of case Adam handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Civil Rights
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Employment
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Government
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Civil Rights cases in Boston, Massachusetts
Adam takes civil rights matters in Boston, Massachusetts. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Adam agrees to represent you.
Employment cases in Boston, Massachusetts
Adam takes employment matters in Boston, Massachusetts. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Adam agrees to represent you.
Government cases in Boston, Massachusetts
Adam takes government matters in Boston, Massachusetts. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Adam agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in Boston, Massachusetts
Adam takes litigation matters in Boston, Massachusetts. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Adam agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Adam Simms — civil rights lawyer in Boston
Adam Simms is a partner based in Boston, MA. The practice focuses on Civil Rights, Employment, and Government. Adam has over 39 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Pierce, Davis & Perritano, LLP.
Adam Simms is a lawyer practicing civil rights, municipal law, employment law and 3 other areas of law. Adam received a B.A. degree from Franklin & Marshall College in 1981, and has been licensed for 39 years. Adam practices at Pierce, Davis & Perritano, LLP in Boston, MA.
Adam's approach to civil rights cases
Adam Simms is a lawyer practicing civil rights, municipal law, employment law and 3 other areas of law. Adam received a B.A. degree from Franklin & Marshall College in 1981, and has been licensed for 39 years. Adam practices at Pierce, Davis & Perritano, LLP in Boston, MA.
The kind of cases Adam takes
Adam reviews new inquiries case-by-case for civil rights, employment, and government matters in Boston and the surrounding Massachusetts area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
New York Law School
J.D. · 1984
Franklin & Marshall College
B.A. · 1981
Jurisdictions
Adam's state bar admissions
U. S. Supreme Court
2000 · ACTIVE
Massachusetts
1996 · ACTIVE
U.S. District Court,
1996 · ACTIVE
U.S. District Court,
1988 · ACTIVE
U.S. District Court,
1988 · ACTIVE
New York
1987 · ACTIVE
Adam studied at J.D. in New York Law School and B.A. in Franklin & Marshall College.
Law school and academic background
Adam completed J.D. in New York Law School and B.A. in Franklin & Marshall College. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Adam runs in Massachusetts is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Affiliations
Adam's professional memberships and bar associations
American Bar Association Federal Bar Association Boston Bar Association
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Locations
Adam Simms's office in Boston
Adam's primary office is at 10 Post Office Sq., Ste. 1100N, Boston, MA, 02109. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Pierce, Davis & Perritano, LLP
10 Post Office Sq., Ste. 1100N
Boston, MA 02109
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How to hire Adam Simms — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new civil rights attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Adam usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Adam charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Adam's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Adam will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a civil rights attorney in Boston, Massachusetts
A short list to run through before you commit: How many civil rights matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Adam
Adam discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in civil rights practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every civil rights matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Adam confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Adam's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many civil rights practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Adam Simms
How much does it cost to hire Adam for a civil rights case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Adam walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Adam offer a free consultation?
Adam charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Adam's office. Some civil rights attorneys offer free consults — check Adam's current terms during booking.
How long do civil rights cases in Massachusetts typically take?
Simple civil rights matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Adam gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Adam take my case if I'm outside Boston?
Adam is licensed in Massachusetts. Matters governed by Massachusetts law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Adam will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Adam?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Adam will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Adam accepting new civil rights clients right now?
Adam's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Civil Rights attorneys serving Boston, Cambridge and Worcester in Massachusetts
Adam handles civil rights matters throughout Massachusetts. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified civil rights attorneys in that community.
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